
# Enabling Discovery

Are you ready for your app to be discovered by new users and server admins? 

Enabling **Discovery** for your app will make it available in the [App Directory](/docs/discovery/overview#app-directory) and [App Launcher](/docs/discovery/overview#app-launcher) for users to search for and install.

## Step 1: Verify Your App

To enable **Discovery** for your app, we require your team owner to complete identity and application verification.

**App Verification** also allows you to add [monetization features](/docs/monetization/overview) to your app, such as in-app purchases and subscriptions.

To see the list of requirements for **App Verification**:

1. Visit the [Developer Portal](https://discord.com/developers/applications) and select your app. 
2. Select `App Verification` from the left-hand menu to see the requirements for verification.
3. Complete the listed App Verification qualification criteria for your app. 
4. Once you've completed the requirements, you can submit your app for verification.

For more information on **App Verification**, check out our [Help Center article](https://support-dev.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/23926564536471-How-Do-I-Get-My-App-Verified).

## Step 2: Opt into Discovery

After you've verified your app, you can opt into **Discovery** in the Developer Portal, which will make your app available in the App Directory and App Launcher.

To opt into **Discovery**:

1. Visit the [Developer Portal](https://discord.com/developers/applications) and select your app. 
2. Select `Discovery -> Discovery Status` from the left-hand menu to see the requirements for enabling discovery.
3. Complete the listed **Discovery** qualification criteria for your app.
4. Add your app metadata and images under the `Discovery -> Discovery Settings` menu to customize your app's appearance in discovery surfaces.
4. Once you've completed the requirements, you can enable **Discovery** for your app.

For more information on **Discovery**, check out our [Help Center article](https://support-dev.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/21204493235991-How-Can-Users-Discover-and-Play-My-Activity).

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Once you enable **Discovery**, it may take up to 24 hours for your app to appear in the App Directory and App Launcher.
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### Search for your App in Discord
To check if your app is discoverable, search for it in the App Directory or App Launcher.

1. Head to the [App Directory](https://discord.com/application-directory) and search for your app by name.
2. If you see it, you're good to go!  🎉
3. If not, make sure you've completed all the steps above and wait up to 24 hours for your app to appear.
 
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## Next Steps
Now that you've enabled **Discovery** for your app, you can start customizing your app's appearance in the App Directory and App Launcher. 

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